Tunisian Culture Minister Meets U.S. Ambassador to Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Cultural Cooperation
Tunis, 27 February 2026 – Tunisia’s Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amina Srarfi, received Bill Bazzi, the United States Ambassador to Tunisia, on Wednesday. The meeting, attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, focused on deepening cultural cooperation between the two nations.
Key Topics Discussed
| Area | Highlights |
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| Cultural Heritage | • Expansion of the bilateral partnership in heritage preservation. • Exchange of expertise on archaeological site conservation, excavation techniques, and scientific documentation of both tangible and intangible heritage. |
| Capacity‑Building & Training | • Launch of specialized training programmes for cultural professionals, aimed at aligning Tunisian capacities with international standards. |
| Cinema & Audiovisual Industries | • Promotion of co‑production projects. • Facilitation of technical and artistic knowledge transfer. • Organization of workshops for emerging filmmakers. |
| Film Festival Participation | • Encouragement of Tunisian film entries in U.S. festivals. • Strengthening the presence of American productions in Tunisian cultural venues. |
| Joint Festivals & Cultural Events | • Support for programming joint works. • Participation of artists from both countries in national and international events. |
Statements from the Leaders
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Minister Amina Srarfi emphasized Tunisia’s commitment to expanding international cultural partnerships. She reminded attendees that Tunisian‑American relations rest on continuous cooperation and mutual respect, and highlighted culture’s role in bringing peoples closer together. The minister reaffirmed her ministry’s determination to reinforce partnerships that serve shared interests.
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Ambassador Bill Bazzi praised the solid diplomatic ties between Tunisia and the United States, describing them as a “historic partnership.” He reiterated the United States’ dedication to supporting joint cultural initiatives and deepening bilateral cooperation across heritage, cinema, and festival sectors.
Outlook
Both parties agreed to move forward with concrete actions—ranging from expert exchanges and training programmes to co‑productions and festival collaborations—aimed at strengthening cultural links and fostering mutual understanding between Tunisia and the United States.
For further information, please contact the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Tunisia.
